Technology continues to touch every aspect of our lives. From the way we work to the way we socialize and in just about every corner of our lives, technology has created easier and more streamlined processes. In the past 10 years, technology has transformed the dental field. No place is this truer than in the advancements made in digital implants. Digital dentistry in implant fabrication provides a streamlined workflow, a better experience for patients and accuracy in product restorations.

The Benefits of Digital Impressions

The benefits of digital impressions for dental implants has been well documented. Digital impressions are faster to take than traditional impressions and once scanned, the image can be put up on a screen and evaluated for accuracy. If something is missed the area can be immediately rescanned. Of course, in traditional impression taking, problems would not be found until the impression was sent to the lab. This area has significantly improved workflow management within the dental office.

Another benefit to digital implants is the improvement seen between the ever-important dentist/lab relationship. Unlike before, the dentist and the lab can now look at scanned images and consult as to what may be the best materials to use and to address any areas that might have been overlooked by either party.

Most patients who have been digitally scanned, as opposed to those who have undergone traditional impression material, prefer digital scans. They do not have to deal with impression materials and are less likely to experience gagging. This is a plus for dentists looking to attract new patients. Not to mention it shows that the office is progressive in keeping up with technological advances.